Alpheus

European - A physician and astrologer in Charlemagne's camp. He was killed in his sleep by Cloridan who penetrated the Frankish camp by night, intent on revenge for the death of his leader, Dardinel. Sometimes called Alpheus.

Greek - A river-god of Arcadia. Son of Oceanus and Thetis. When he attempted to seduce Arethusa who was bathing in the river, she ran off and Artemis turned her into a spring or fountain to save her from his clutches. Also identified as Alpheus.